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Introducing Noh & Kyogen 2024

Introducing Noh & Kyogen 2024

Friday - Jun 7th

On May 14th, the National Noh Theatre will host dissemination performances of the kyogen play, Fuji Matsu and the noh play, Kosode..

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Turkey Festival at Yoyogi Park 2024

Turkey Festival at Yoyogi Park 2024

Jun 8th - Jun 9th

Turkey has a rich and diverse culture, and an annual event at Tokyo's Yoyogi Park celebrates this. The two-day Turkey Festival..

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Gujo Odori in Aoyama 2024

Gujo Odori in Aoyama 2024

Jun 14th - Jun 15th

Tradition and dancing go hand-in-hand at the Gujo Odori in Aoyama, Tokyo.

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Where to eat in Tokyo

Kirby Cafe Tokyo

Kirby Cafe Tokyo

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This new permanent cafe is located on the 4th floor of Solamachi, Tokyo Skytree, and is sure to bring a smile to any Kirby fan.

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Places to stay in Tokyo

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

Hotel Gracery Shinjuku

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Hotel Gracery Shinjuku offers a full-service oasis in the center of the bustling city.

The Prince Park Tower Tokyo

The Prince Park Tower Tokyo

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When you come to Tokyo, you expect an experience of a lifetime. The Prince Park Tower Tokyo in Tokyo's Minato ward aims to help..

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About Tokyo

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Region Kanto
Island Honshu
Capital Tokyo (Shinjuku)
Population 13,839,910
Area 2190.90 km²

Tokyo (東京, Tōkyō) is the nation’s capital, the site of the 2020 Summer Olympics and the most populous city in the world – there’s no shortage of places to see and things to do in Tokyo. While that means you’ll inevitably have to leave some things off your itinerary, it also means that there’s something for everyone.

Tokyo’s center, the 23 wards, combine some of the world’s busiest areas with remnants of old Japan; not far from Shibuya is the holy Meiji Jingu, while the 634-meter tall Tokyo Skytree and the iconic Senso-ji in Asakusa are within walking distance of each other. Shinjuku and Roppongi are two vibrant nightlife spots, yet they’re a short train ride away from Ueno Zoo and the Tsukiji Fish Market.

Right in the middle of it all is the Imperial Palace, a popular jogging route. Beautiful nature in the Okutama area and the Izu and Ogasawara Islands will make you forget that you’re still in Tokyo.

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